Median Income $52,500

30% lower than US avg

Home Value $80,000

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.1%

64% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.7%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.1%

22% higher than US avg

How Orchard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population106

Median Age41.1 yrs

Density1,060/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans69.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$52,500

Per Capita$22,760

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty15.1%

County GDP$995M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$80,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$348,650

Housing Units55

Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity41.7%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking17.8%

Depression20.9%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.6 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,094 ft (333 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.1%

High School+89.4%

Graduate+4.9%

School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%

Commute18 min

Broadband46.0%

Libraries4

Is Orchard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orchard receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Orchard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orchard is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orchard is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Orchard has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Orchard has a population of 106 with a density of 1,060 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

106

Total Population

1,060

People / sq mi

41.1yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%

Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Orchard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Orchard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orchard is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Orchard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,500
	30% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$22,760
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,037
IRS Avg AGI	$80,504

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	15.1%
	22% above US avg
Establishments (County)	372
County GDP	$995M

Business (County)

Restaurants	19
Healthcare	24
Retail	48
Manufacturing	25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,595
	3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.6 min
Drive Alone	89.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Orchard is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $348,650.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$80,000
	72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$348,650

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$738
1 Bedroom	$788
2 Bedrooms	$989
3 Bedrooms	$1,282
4 Bedrooms	$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	67.4%
Housing Units	55
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,595
	3% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.49%

In Orchard, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Orchard vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.7%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	10.0%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.1%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	7.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.8%
	27% above US avg
Binge Drinking	22.5%
Physical Inactivity	27.2%
Depression	20.9%
Mental Distress	18.1%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	90.9%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.4%
Dental Visits	61.4%
Premature Death	5,183/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	72.9%
Healthcare Facilities	24

Orchard has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	45.3°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-10°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.6 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,094 ft (333 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	1,060/sq mi
Coordinates	43.2275°N, 92.7759°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19131

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.1-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%

D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 31.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.1%
	64% below US avg
High School+	89.4%
Graduate Degree+	4.9%
School Test Score	5.73

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	1,060/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	46.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	24
Restaurants	19
Retail Stores	48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.6 min
Drive Alone	89.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.1%

Orchard, IA

How Orchard Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Orchard a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Orchard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Orchard vs U.S. Average

Income: Orchard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Orchard vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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